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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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